Michigan vs Iowa: Top Seed on the Line

0:00On March 5th, the Michigan Woolverines just clinched the Big Ten title and now head to Iowa City for a crucial road game against the Hawkeyes. A win tonight could lock up a number one seed in the NCAA tournament. Tip off is at APM, Eastern on Peacock from Carbure Hawkeye Arena. Michigan plays at the fastest pace in the conference, while Iowa runs one of the slowest offenses. Experts predict the Woolverines will push the tempo, leading to more possessions and a higher scoring affair than Iowa prefers. Fans are buzzing about Michigan's recent form, covering the spread in six of their last nine games. Iowa struggles to keep up when forced out of their deliberate style, making this match up a test of endurance. Betting lines have Michigan as eight and a half point favorites with a money line around minus 400. The over-under sits at 145 and a half, leaning toward plenty of points based on tempo differences. Key players like I was Alvaro Folgeras faced tough nights from deep, staying under on threes layly.

1:01As these teams clash, expect Michigan to control the pace and chase that top seed.